Laser treatments for pets is one of the latest, non-invasive ways to help our furry family members. Pet Medical Center of Westerville is one of the few pet hospitals in the area offering laser therapy.
This powerful pain-free and non-invasive treatment uses modulated infrared rays to help reduce pain and speed the healing of inflamed or damaged tissues.
What are some of the conditions that can be treated with laser therapy?
• Arthritis/Degenerative Joint Disease
• Muscle, ligament and tendon injuries
• Sprains and strains
• Hip dysplasia
• Ulcerations and open wounds
• Post-surgical and soft tissue trauma
• Back and neck pain
• Neuromuscular disease
• Inflammation
• Wounds
• Skin Disorders
Laser therapy is also now a standard part of our post-surgery protocol, thanks to its ability to reduce pain and significantly speed the time it takes for incisions to heal. Except in cases where it is contraindicated (such as the removal of suspected cancerous masses), we now administer the treatment after every operation performed at the hospital.
What is a typical course of treatment like?
Your veterinarian will first assess your pet’s pain management needs and then develop a treatment schedule that is customized to your pet’s needs. Laser therapy is not recommended for pets with cancer as it could worsen or spread the malignancy.
How soon will my pet feel relief?
Because laser therapy is cumulative in nature, a series of visits is required to get the greatest benefit.
Clients whose pets have been treated report great results. Often they are able to cut down on or even eliminate pain medications like Rimadyl and Tramadol. “she has more energy”, “he can get up easier” are phrases that clients use frequently.
What happens when my pet gets treated?
Each session takes ten or fifteen minutes to complete, depending on the number of areas being treated. The therapy is performed by one of our trained team members.
Because the treatment is painless, anesthesia or sedation is not required, thus avoiding the associated risk and expense. Pets may go home immediately after treatment.
Tell me more about the science behind the treatment
Infrared laser light interacts with tissues at a cellular level, increasing metabolic activity within the cells and improving the transport of nutrients across the cell membrane. This initiates the increased production of cellular energy that leads to a cascade of beneficial effects, increasing cellular function and health.
As the photons of laser light penetrate deeply into tissue ,the energy available to the individual cells increases. With more energy available, the cells are able to speed the process of absorbing nutrients and flushing out waste products, thus accelerating the growth and healing of tissue. Exposure to laser light helps repair tendons, ligaments and muscles.
Laser light also stimulates the development of fibroblasts, the building blocks of collagen, the essential protein required to replace old tissue or to repair tissue injuries. This is why it’s so helpful in treating tissue damage from cuts, scratches, burns and surgery.
Is it really safe?
The FDA has approved class IV laser therapy for use in humans and animals. It is painless, non-invasive and non-addictive. We take appropriate precautions and provide specialized eyewear to protect the eyes of the patient, viewer and operator.
This powerful pain-free and non-invasive treatment uses modulated infrared rays to help reduce pain and speed the healing of inflamed or damaged tissues.
What are some of the conditions that can be treated with laser therapy?
• Arthritis/Degenerative Joint Disease
• Muscle, ligament and tendon injuries
• Sprains and strains
• Hip dysplasia
• Ulcerations and open wounds
• Post-surgical and soft tissue trauma
• Back and neck pain
• Neuromuscular disease
• Inflammation
• Wounds
• Skin Disorders
Laser therapy is also now a standard part of our post-surgery protocol, thanks to its ability to reduce pain and significantly speed the time it takes for incisions to heal. Except in cases where it is contraindicated (such as the removal of suspected cancerous masses), we now administer the treatment after every operation performed at the hospital.
What is a typical course of treatment like?
Your veterinarian will first assess your pet’s pain management needs and then develop a treatment schedule that is customized to your pet’s needs. Laser therapy is not recommended for pets with cancer as it could worsen or spread the malignancy.
How soon will my pet feel relief?
Because laser therapy is cumulative in nature, a series of visits is required to get the greatest benefit.
Clients whose pets have been treated report great results. Often they are able to cut down on or even eliminate pain medications like Rimadyl and Tramadol. “she has more energy”, “he can get up easier” are phrases that clients use frequently.
What happens when my pet gets treated?
Each session takes ten or fifteen minutes to complete, depending on the number of areas being treated. The therapy is performed by one of our trained team members.
Because the treatment is painless, anesthesia or sedation is not required, thus avoiding the associated risk and expense. Pets may go home immediately after treatment.
Tell me more about the science behind the treatment
Infrared laser light interacts with tissues at a cellular level, increasing metabolic activity within the cells and improving the transport of nutrients across the cell membrane. This initiates the increased production of cellular energy that leads to a cascade of beneficial effects, increasing cellular function and health.
As the photons of laser light penetrate deeply into tissue ,the energy available to the individual cells increases. With more energy available, the cells are able to speed the process of absorbing nutrients and flushing out waste products, thus accelerating the growth and healing of tissue. Exposure to laser light helps repair tendons, ligaments and muscles.
Laser light also stimulates the development of fibroblasts, the building blocks of collagen, the essential protein required to replace old tissue or to repair tissue injuries. This is why it’s so helpful in treating tissue damage from cuts, scratches, burns and surgery.
Is it really safe?
The FDA has approved class IV laser therapy for use in humans and animals. It is painless, non-invasive and non-addictive. We take appropriate precautions and provide specialized eyewear to protect the eyes of the patient, viewer and operator.